Latest Updates:
Rep. Avelar Announces Mortgage Assistance Program
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, encourages eligible homeowners to apply for the Illinois Homeowner Development Authority’s Housing Assistance Fund (ILHAF).
Gordon-Booth will be Joined by Mayor Ali to Highlight Millions She Secured for New Street Lighting Monday
PEORIA, Ill. – As part of efforts to modernize local infrastructure and make our streets safer, state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, will be accompanied by Peoria Mayor Rita Ali and local leaders Monday to highlight grant funding she secured for street light replacement in area neighborhoods
Stuart Announces State Job Fair To Be Held In Metro East
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – State Rep. Katie Stuart, D-Edwardsville, is inviting residents to a State Career and Resource Fair being organized by the State of Illinois in partnership with the African American Employment Plan Advisory Council. The event is being held November 3, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. in Center Hall B at the Gateway Conference Center, 1 Gateway Dr. in Collinsville.
Rep. Hernandez Hosts Community Dia de los Muertos Celebration
CICERO, Ill. — State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, will be hosting a community altar in honor of Dia de los Muertos and is asking residents to participate.
Gordon-Booth to Host Senior and Caregiver Expo Thursday Morning, Oct. 27
PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, will welcome experts from the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) and other local organizations to provide helpful information and resources for older adults at her Senior and Caregiver Expo scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 27 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Greater Peoria Family YMCA located at 7000 N. Fleming Ln. in Peoria.
Rep. Manley Emphasizes Local Food Assistance Resources, Donation Opportunities
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — With the holiday season quickly approaching, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting food assistance offered by Northern Illinois Food Bank, as well as opportunities to donate to neighbors in need.
Avelar Spotlights Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program Workshops
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. — State Rep. Dagmara Avelar, D-Bolingbrook, is encouraging new and existing Disadvantaged Business Enterprise firms to take advantage of a series of virtual workshops hosted by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)
Guerrero-Cuellar Highlights Available Student Loan Information
CHICAGO – State Rep. Angelica Guerrero-Cuellar, D-Chicago, encourages those with outstanding student loans to apply for one-time relief and be in the know about developing loan forgiveness information.
Yednock Statement on COVID-19 Cases at LaSalle Veterans’ Home
OTTAWA, Ill. – State Rep. Lance Yednock, D-Ottawa, issued the following statement regarding the current COVID-19 surge at the LaSalle Veterans’ Home:
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Announces up to $30,000 in Mortgage Relief for COVID-Affected Homeowners
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, announced recently that up to $30,000 in mortgage relief would be available for homeowners still facing the challenges of COVID-19.
Rep. Mayfield Highlights Student Debt Relief, Financial Aid Programs
WAUKEGAN, Ill. – State Rep. Rita Mayfield, D-Waukegan, is highlighting opportunities for student borrowers to obtain debt relief and financial aid.
Avelar Promotes Student Debt Relief Programs
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. – State Rep. Dagmara “Dee” Avelar wants to call attention to applications for federal programs aimed at relieving student loan debt.
Hernandez Encourages Eligible Residents to Apply for Student Debt Relief Programs
AURORA, Ill. – With the application period now open, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is highlighting different opportunities and resources for student loan debt forgiveness.
Gordon-Booth Highlights Student Loan Forgiveness Programs, Encourages Eligible Residents to Apply
PEORIA, Ill. – With applications now open, state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is encouraging eligible residents to apply for student loan relief through the Student Loan Debt Relief Plan and the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Rep. Delgado Highlights Virtual Workshops for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program
CHICAGO – State Rep. Eva-Dina Delgado, D-Chicago, wants to let her community know that free virtual workshops hosted by the Illinois Department of Transportation are available to Disadvantaged Business Enterprise firms who compete for federally-funded transportation projects.
Rep. Manley Celebrates Guardian Angel Community Services’ 125th Anniversary
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — In recognition of their decades of service to vulnerable people in Will County and the surrounding areas, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, filed a resolution of congratulations for Guardian Angels Community Service on their 125th anniversary.
Vella, Comptroller, Local Officials to Highlight Effort to Support Families of Fallen First Responders
LOVES PARK, Ill. – State Rep. Dave Vella, D-Rockford, will welcome Comptroller Susana Mendoza and local leaders for a press conference advocating passage of the “Gold Star and Fallen Heroes Family Support Act,” a proposal that would guarantee funding for the benefits program designed to help families of Illinois’ fallen first responders year-round.
Rep. Manley Hails Opening of Northern Will County Special Recreation Association Sensory Room
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — As a fierce advocate for people with disabilities, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, is highlighting the new sensory room through the Northern Will County Special Recreation Association (NWCSRA).